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The Hermitage of the Heart
The habit of walking before God and keeping Him in remembrance—such is the air we breathe in the spiritual life. Continue reading
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Tagged hermitage, prayer, walking before God
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A Commander
But we who are still engaged in the war …. we must have a commander and helmsman Continue reading
Like the Angels
‘John has become an angel, and henceforth he is no longer among men.’ Then the other begged him saying, ‘It is I.’ However, his brother did not let him in, but left him there … Continue reading
Reading the Holy Scriptures
he who is humble and engaged in spiritual work will apply everything to himself and not to someone else Continue reading
A frog with the water
sometimes without noticing it bring up a frog with the water, and so in acquiring the virtues we often get involved in the vices that are imperceptibly entwined with them. Continue reading
The Kingdom of Heaven
but the immediate aim or goal, is purity of heart….let us direct our course as straight towards it as possible, Continue reading
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The Scroll
Truly, these are holy and righteous men whom ye have mentioned, yet not one of them can receive this scroll—only Ephraim, who is meek and humble of heart Continue reading
Hidden Treasure
Every effort that you make in prayer must be directed towards this… Continue reading
Falsely Accused
‘Be pious, and thou shalt comprehend the providence of God. Ponder in thy thoughts what thou hast thought and what thou hast done… Continue reading
Posted in St. Ephrem the Syrian, Theophan the Recluse
Tagged repentance
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Holy Martyrs
you did not endure your trials in the hope of a reward, but out of love for God, Continue reading
